SB 34

Bill Subjects

Agencies; Department Of Education (Doe) And Secretary Of Education Education; Generally Professional And Occupational Licensing; Generally Schools; Special Education And Special Programs Schools; Teachers

Abstract

Provides that the department of education may not renew a practitioner license or an accomplished practitioner license issued to an individual unless the individual receives a literacy endorsement by completing 40 (instead of 80) hours of evidence based professional development. Removes written examination requirements to receive a literacy endorsement for individuals renewing a practitioner license or an accomplished practitioner license. Provides that the state board of education may not require certain individuals to take or pass a written examination to be eligible to receive a literacy endorsement.